Okugo Added to Rongen's January Training Camp Roster

NewsDec 29, 2010

CHICAGO (Dec. 29, 2010) -- Midfielder Amobi Okugo has been added to the roster for the upcoming U.S. U-20 Men's National Team camp, set for Jan. 2-13 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. The 19-year-old midfielder will join the U.S. after playing a key role in the team's 5-0 win on Dec. 18 against Canada.

Okugo, who also participated in the previous U-20 cycle at the 2009 CONCACAF U-20 Championship, is among team leaders with 13 career international appearances at the U-20 level. Coming off his rookie season with the Philadelphia Union, Okugo appeared in 11 games for the expansion side, including four starts. He will become the fifth player in Major League Soccer on the roster.